Senior Back-end Developer - Security Testing & Dependency Management

LinkGroup is the employer offering a senior-level position focused on backend engineering and application security involving Docker and Kubernetes.

• 3+ years of professional experience in backend software development or related technical role.
• 3+ years of hands-on experience with Docker.
• 3+ years of hands-on experience with Kubernetes.
• Good understanding of containerized application environments.
• Experience troubleshooting backend applications in Docker/Kubernetes.
• Understanding of software security principles and vulnerability management.
• Experience working with application dependencies and identifying security risks.
• Ability to analyze technical issues and drive resolution.
• Good collaboration and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently in a senior-level role.

Nice to have:

• Experience with security testing tools or vulnerability scanners.
• Knowledge of container security and Kubernetes security best practices.
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines and automated security checks.
• Familiarity with dependency scanning and Software Composition Analysis (SCA).
• Experience working in Agile development teams.
• Experience with cloud-based environments.

• Develop and maintain backend applications running in Docker and Kubernetes environments.
• Support identification and remediation of security vulnerabilities in backend applications and dependencies.
• Participate in security testing and vulnerability assessments.
• Monitor and manage application dependencies, identifying outdated or vulnerable components and coordinating remediation.
• Review and improve application and container configurations for security and reliability.
• Troubleshoot issues related to containerized backend applications and Kubernetes environments.
• Collaborate with developers, DevOps, and security teams to resolve technical and security issues.
• Support secure development and deployment practices across the lifecycle.
• Contribute to technical discussions on application architecture, security, and dependency management.
• Document technical solutions, security findings, and remediation activities.
• Help improve processes related to application security and dependency lifecycle management.